Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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